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Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet

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Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet is a product of Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: Mebeverine (135mg) + Chlordiazepoxide (5mg)

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All Details About Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet

Description:

Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet is used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (symptoms include abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, and diarrhea or constipation). It prevents the sudden spasm of muscles to relieve stomach pain and cramps. It also promotes easy passage of gas to reduce stomach discomfort.

Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.


There is limited data on the side effects of Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet. Let your doctor know if you experience any symptoms while taking the medicine. They can suggest ways to treat or manage the side effects.


Earlier you start Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the medications you are taking, as some medicines may interact with Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet to ensure safety.

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Equirex M

  • Limited data available

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
As Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or affect your concentration and this may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.
Caution is advised in patients with severe liver disease.

FAQs:

Can Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet cause withdrawal symptoms?

Affirmative, Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet may cause withdrawal symptoms. Do not stop taking Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet all of a sudden. Stopping Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet suddenly can cause seizures, shaking, stomach and muscle cramps, vomiting and sweating. Consult with your doctor before stopping Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet?

No, avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet. Drinking alcohol can increase the risk of side effects like drowsiness or sleepiness.

Can the use of Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Affirmative, Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or sleepy. Avoid driving, operating any machines, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the start of your treatment. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while taking this medicine.

What precautions do I need to take while using Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet?

Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet should not be taken along with opioid-like substances as it contains chlordiazepoxide. Employ of opioids along with chlordiazepoxide may cause excessive sedation (state of calm or sleep), respiratory depression and eventually coma or death. Inform your doctor about all the medicines that you are taking if you are advised to take Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet.

What are the symptoms of overdose of Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet?

Both Mebeverine and Chlordiazepoxide show different symptoms of overdose. Chlordiazepoxide can cause sleepiness, reflexes, confusion and coma. Whereas, Mebeverine can cause CNS excitability which is mild and reversible. Inform the doctor in case you take a higher dose and any of these symptoms appear.

Can the use of Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet cause constipation?

Affirmative, the use of Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet can cause constipation. Eat high-fiber foods like vegetables, fruits and cereals, and drink plenty of water. Exercise regularly by engaging in activities like swimming, jogging or taking a walk. Consult a doctor if the constipation persists for a long duration.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Equirex M 135mg/5mg Tablet?

Retain this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)



Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H


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